Dynamic content designed for the way today''s students read, think, and learn brings concepts to life Videos and interactives integrated directly into the author-created narrative keep students engaged as they read through each chapter. Thanks to this media-rich presentation of content, students are more likely to complete their assigned reading and retain what they''ve read. Chapter introduction videos provide an overview of the developmental stage being covered. These engaging clips feature Americans from diverse backgrounds discussing their lives and experiences, as well as the role that culture has played in their development. Apply Your Knowledge as Professional videos in each chapter help students see how what they are learning is applicable across a wide range of contexts and professions. In these videos, various professionals describe their jobs and explain how a knowledge of child development and culture influence their work on a daily basis. Interactive maps, tables, and figures feature Social Explorer technology that allows updates with the latest data, toggles to illustrate movement over time, and clickable hot spots with pop-ups of images and captions. Dozens of other interactives offer enhanced visuals and exercises that bring important concepts to life.

These include clickable maps that highlight differences between developing and developed nations, additional interactive figures, and table- and figure-based exercises. Embedded assessments such as quizzes and concept checks afford students opportunities to check their understanding at regular intervals before moving on. Assessments in Revel(tm) let instructors gauge student comprehension frequently, provide timely feedback, and address learning gaps along the way. The Revel mobile app lets students read, practice, and study -- anywhere, anytime, on any device. Content is available both online and offline, and the app syncs work across all registered devices automatically, giving students great flexibility to toggle between phone, tablet, and laptop as they move through their day. The app also lets students set assignment notifications to stay on top of all due dates. The writing functionality in Revel enables educators to integrate writing -- among the best ways to foster and assess critical thinking -- into the course without significantly impacting their grading burden. Self-paced Journaling Prompts throughout the narrative encourage students to express their thoughts without breaking stride in their reading.

Assignable Shared Writing Activities direct students to share written responses with classmates, fostering peer discussion. And Essays integrated directly within Revel allow instructors to assign the precise writing tasks they need for the course. Highlighting, note taking, and a glossary let students read and study however they like. Educators can add notes for students, too, including reminders or study tips. An expansive, topical approach helps students understand how development is studied today Throughout the text, the authors teach students to think culturally about development . Transcending the old "nature versus nurture" division, the text shows how humans have evolved to be an incomparably cultural species, and explains the ways that genes and the environment influence one another. The authors present a broad scope of child development , with in-depth coverage from prenatal development through middle childhood, adolescence, and emerging adulthood. Their contemporary perspective on when children may be considered "grown up" helps students to understand how the meanings of childhood, adolescence, and emerging adulthood are dependent upon cultural and historical circumstances.

Child Development Worldwide covers a rich array of contexts -- what they look like in today''s world and how they intersect. This contextual focus helps students to understand the many environmental and cultural factors that influence development. Engaging features illuminate key concepts and draw students into the course Breaking Developments articles written by the authors provide succinct summaries of landmark new research and significant cultural trends that have direct relevance to child development theory and research. In order to provide students access to important cutting-edge knowledge, new Breaking Developments will be added at the beginning of January and July. Cultural Focus features highlight how culture impacts various aspects of development, such as breast-feeding practices, or what it means to be a teenager in Kathmandu. Students read an overview of the topic, watch a cross-cultural video that expands upon the topic, and then answer a review question. Education Focus features highlight the application of child development research to educational settings, both in and outside of school. Students read an overview of the topic and then respond to a review question.

Research Focus feature s offer a detailed description of a research study, including its premises, methods, results, and limitations. Each feature is available in both traditional narrative format and as a sketch-art style video. Multiple choice questions at the end of the feature ensure that students have a solid understanding of the research study and methodology. Critical thinking questions encourage students to think more deeply about a developmental topic, often focusing on the role of culture in child development. First-person videos of children talking about their lives add authenticity to the presentation of theories and research findings. Topics include growing up as a Latina girl in the United States, being a child soldier in Congo, and living with a learning disability. First-person quotes from children, adolescents, and emerging adults from around the world yield further insight into other individuals'' perspectives. Superior assignability and tracking tools help educators make sure students are completing their reading and understanding core concepts The assignment calendar allows educators to indicate precisely which readings must be completed on which dates.

This clear, detailed schedule helps students stay on task by eliminating any ambiguity as to which material will be covered during each class. When they understand exactly what is expected of them, students are better motivated to keep up. The performance dashboard empowers educators to monitor class assignment completion as well as individual student achievement. Actionable information, such as points earned on quizzes and tests and time on task, helps educators intersect with their students in meaningful ways. For example, the trending column reveals whether students'' grades are improving or declining, helping educators to identify students who might need help to stay on track. LMS integration provides institutions, instructors, and students easy access to their Revel courses via Blackboard Learn(tm) and Canvas(tm). With single sign-on, students can be ready to access an interactive blend of authors'' narrative, media, and assessment on their first day. Flexible, on-demand grade synchronization capabilities allow educators to control exactly which grades should be transferred to the Blackboard or Canvas Gradebook.